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Wake Up The Sun

Matthew Williams
Mental Health
Parenting
Project Opioid Florida
Philanthropy
Routine
Trauma
Emotional Health
Addiction Recovery
Aging
Preventive Health
Mindfulness
Work-Life Balance
Loneliness Epidemic
Acupuncture
Functional Medicine
Community Health
Wellness
Addiction
Self-Esteem
Psychotherapy

A podcast devoted to the different ways in which inspiring and successful people build routine, ritual, and consistency in their lives.

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Latest Episodes

I met Peter in 2013 playing poker at a mutual friends house in sobriety. It's funny when you meet people at one point in their life and then watch as everything unfold for the better.

What started out as a craigslist opportunity in the boating world... more

I met Matt last year through a mutual friend and sober brother in NYC. We had crossed paths in the community but never formally sat down or conversed until we met up for coffee and connected on sobriety, life and all things health and wellness. We kn... more

I met Brooke several years ago when we were performing on stage at an event. She was outgoing, all smiles and very engaging. We happened to see her daughter Ava perform as well with her band. What began as a fun night continued into a working relatio... more

I met Matt years ago when Ideal Nutrition was just getting started. At the time, they had a single location in West Palm Beach offering healthy, grab-and-go meal packages designed to make eating well easier. We talked about potential partnerships bet... more

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Recent Guests

Peter Bilbo
CEO of Seaside Marine Construction
Seaside Marine Construction
Episode: Peter Bilbo: When you've got no other choice but to burn the boats
Matt Bocchi
Author, Speaker, sobriety advocate
Episode: Matthew Bocchi: When tragedy strikes and changes the course of your entire existence
Brooke Boles
Real estate advisor, luxury home specialist
Brooke Sales Boca
Episode: Brooke Boles: When you lose everything, Just move forward
Matthew Steinberg
Executive Vice President of Ideal Nutrition
Ideal Nutrition
Episode: Matthew Steinberg: VP of Ideal Nutrition. When the Brand becomes more than the Food
Dr. Samantha Saltz
Double boarded child psychiatrist; discusses parenting, attachment, and routines
Private practice / University of Miami trained
Episode: Dr. Sam Saltz: You were created to be enough
Bri Garcia
Founder/Owner of Thrive Fitness Studio
Thrive Fitness Studio
Episode: Bri Garcia: Thrive in the process of chasing your dreams
Kevin Lanning
Sobriety advocate, host of Rise Above Podcast
Rise Above Podcast
Episode: Kevin Lanning: Rising above and taking risks in life in finding what you love
Rev. David Taylor
Chaplain at St. Andrews School
St. Andrews School
Episode: REVEREND DAVID TAYLOR: Tapping into God Given Potential
Jillian Kenney
Former firefighter and lifeguard turned yoga instructor, fitness coach, and national champion
Yoga GRO Yoga; FL lifeguard/firefighter background
Episode: Jillian Kenney: Nobody is just Anything

Host

Matt Williams
Host of Wake Up The Sun Show

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 76 ratings
  • Killing it

    Matt Williams is the real deal! I had the pleasure of meeting him at FRO PRO headquarters, which is now my favorite protein bar! Wale up the sun was a fantastic experience and I enjoyed being a guest!

    Fantastic Podcast, and even better person! Keep killing it Matt!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LarkeemtheDream1
    United States3 months ago
  • Wake up the Sun

    Matt has made This a mantra for teh past several years .. I had no doubt that This podcast would be teh next baby ! You are a huge motivator and connector- so proud of you and Chelsea following your dreams & never giving up #boom

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DWsociable
    United States5 years ago
  • Wake up the Sun baby!!

    Matt really helps you win every single day! He consistently brings on amazing guests (including myself 😜😂) and really knows how to ask great questions to get the most out of them. Highly recommend if you’re looking to make every day TRIUMPHANT!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Everyone Always says
    United States6 years ago
  • DOWNTOWN MIKE BROWN

    This Man (ROSS Mandell) changed my life..with humorous unfailing motivational energy backed with practical steps.

    All I can say is listen listen listen and you’ll see

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @downtown215brown
    United States6 years ago
  • Stevie Celi

    Love the energy and always always knew there would be kizmet positive energy between two wonderful good men like you!

    Oh and thanks for the shout out to your momma Stevie 😉🙏🏻🥰

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Susieqsurfs
    United States6 years ago

Listeners Say

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Guests bring diverse recovery and entrepreneurship stories with actionable routines.
Energy is high and messages focus on consistency, not fluff.
The show balances personal struggle with professional growth in a relatable way.
Listeners praise the mix of real-world steps and uplifting mindset.
Host exudes practical motivation that fans can apply daily.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Bri Garcia: Thrive in the process of chasing your dreams
Q: What routines or practices have helped you maintain consistency during growth?
Writing down goals, scheduling and early arrival to set up, surrounding myself with supportive people, and building a community that keeps me accountable.
Bri Garcia: Thrive in the process of chasing your dreams
Q: How did fear influence your decision to take the leap, and what kept you going?
Fear was real—concerns from family about debt and risk—but purposeful planning, journaling, life coaching, and a strong belief in my calling helped me move forward.
Bri Garcia: Thrive in the process of chasing your dreams
Q: What led you to open Thrive Fitness Studio after working in other gyms?
A few years of saving, a push from a new client who was a realtor to explore spaces, and a realization that I could apply the best parts of my past experiences into my own concept, plus support from mentors and family.
Dr. Sam Saltz: You were created to be enough
Q: How can someone start building a routine when they feel resistant or 'not enough'?
She emphasizes exploring the underlying fear of structure, tailoring approaches to individual roots rather than offering a single universal solution.
Dr. Sam Saltz: You were created to be enough
Q: What inspired you to pursue psychiatry and focus on children?
Dr. Saltz explains that her fascination with people's stories and the opportunity to influence futures through understanding and guiding children's development led her into child psychiatry.

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A motivational, routine-focused show that features a mix of entrepreneurs, recovery advocates, wellness and fitness professionals, and educators. Episodes center on building daily rituals, discipline, and mindset to overcome adversity, scale businesses, or restart after setbacks. Guests often share personal reinvention stories, practical routines, and how faith, family, and community support sustained growth. The format seems to favor candid, actionable takeaways and relatable wins, with recurring emphasis on consistency over motivation, making it useful for listeners seeking practical self-improvement, recovery, or business growth inspiration.

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Recent guests on Wake Up The Sun include:

1. Peter Bilbo
2. Matt Bocchi
3. Brooke Boles
4. Matthew Steinberg
5. Dr. Samantha Saltz
6. Bri Garcia
7. Kevin Lanning
8. Rev. David Taylor

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